Data Analyst - Kolkata

Energy Aspects currently has an exciting opportunity available for a Data Analyst to join the Data team in our Kolkata office. This position is dedicated to supporting our Upstream oil research team. This role will play a central role in expanding our data offerings. It's a multifaceted role with responsibilities spanning across oil, gas, and NGLs supply. The role involves creating datasets such as collating project data to enhance our forecasting ability and using GIS-based software to map out infrastructure. You will be required to quickly assume a range of responsibilities and will work closely with analysts across multiple offices. The role will work alongside the Research & Data teams in London and the US, developing their career in either a research or technical/data direction, while building a specialist understanding of energy and how data is applied to energy market analysis. The Data team is responsible for the entire lifecycle of Energy Aspects’ energy databases, including those available to our clients and those used internally. You will collaborate with all energy research desks to ensure data is collected, compiled, and maintained to very high standards. Duties: - Contribute to the development of an upstream product for our clients. - Track and analyze implications of upstream projects, trends, and disruptions globally. - Manage regular updates of upstream data files as part of client data service. - Ensure energy databases are collected, compiled, and updated to the level of detail and frequency required by our research desks. - Understand how data is used and applied by our research teams to ensure data integrity beyond technical correctness. - Utilize data quality monitoring and reporting processes to guarantee data integrity, working to proactively resolve any issues quickly. - Support timely responses to client queries regarding energy databases, including preparing and publishing methodology documents where appropriate. Requirements: - Degree in a quantitative subject such as economics or engineering. - 2+ years working in a data or research role, as part of a team. - Excellent time management skills, ability to prioritize and deliver to pre-agreed timeframes. - Understanding of data preparation and cleanliness best practices, within Excel and SQL databases. - Proficient use of Excel for compiling and presenting data. - Ability to learn new concepts quickly, apply a critical thinking approach to tackle large scale challenges. - Excellent communication skills. - Experience working across time zones, primarily London/US, in a cross-functional role within a global company. Desirable skills: - Knowledge of SQL databases, including the design, management, and querying thereof. - Knowledge of Python for data collection, transformation, and database interaction. - Use of GIS software (QGIS, ArcGIS). - Interest in commodities, energy, or financial markets. About us: Founded in 2012, we are an independent research consultancy that has enjoyed phenomenal growth since our inception, and we have very ambitious plans to continue our upward growth trajectory. We are passionately committed to providing indispensable and industry-leading short, medium, and long-term analysis and forecasts of the energy markets that help our clients trade, invest, finance, and plan. With the recent acquisition of macro research firm Medley Global Advisors, the combination of our market-leading global macro policy analysis and deep energy markets expertise has further strengthened our services to the global financial markets and has enhanced our ability to support our expanding client base, as the energy transition gathers pace and markets look to find their footing in an uncertain future. Our suite of subscription services can be tailored to meet our clients’ specific needs, combining a data-rich approach and our extensive network of contacts with insights on geopolitics and energy policy to provide best-in-class assessment, analysis, and forecasts of major trends, topics, and regions. We also deliver timely analysis of breaking news events and offer proprietary data services that cover fundamental trade and supply/demand data across a wide variety of products and markets. Culture & Benefits: As the proud recipient of accreditation from Best Companies, we truly understand the importance of workplace engagement and genuinely value our people. We offer a fast-paced, driven, collaborative and dynamic working culture where you are recognized and rewarded for your contributions to our growth story. Energy Aspects is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and promotes diversity within its workforce. As an international business, we are committed to ensuring qualified individuals receive equitable treatment regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. We build our organization with the community in mind. All our offices are located in landmark buildings with easy access to shopping, restaurants, and public transportation. As part of our Kolkata team, you will have the opportunity to participate in the social activities taking place in this rapidly growing team. Our compensation packages include generous commission structures, a company share options scheme, private health insurance, life assurance, income protection, pension contributions, and substantial holiday time.